i suspect you're as surprised as i at this move. in the empire there are many illusions and one of them is that you can speak your mind freely but there are consequences as this article displays. if you happen to be a fire official in a place where there are fire related problems its best for employment duration that you keep your mouth shut;

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has dismissed Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, mere hours after Crowley publicly criticized the city’s leadership for its handling of the recent wildfires. The swift action by Bass has sparked debate over whether this was a move for accountability or an act of retaliation against criticism.

The controversy erupted following an interview where Chief Crowley was candid about the city’s shortcomings during the crisis. She revealed the shocking detail that the Santa Ynez Reservoir, crucial for firefighting efforts, was empty due to scheduled maintenance during the peak of the disaster. When pressed by a reporter on whether the city had failed her department, Crowley’s response was unequivocal: “Yes.”

Crowley’s remarks were not just about the lack of water; they were a broader critique of the city’s preparedness and resource allocation. “It’s my job to stand up as a chief and exactly say what the fire department needs,” she stated, highlighting her duty to advocate for her department amidst a crisis that had left the city reeling............more.....